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By Wendy Legendre

So, it’s your turn to host the monthly ‘Girls Night’, and you have no clue what to do? You don’t want to invest a lot of time or money, but you do want everyone to enjoy themselves. Well, take a deep breath and relax. Several girls were asked for their favorite suggestions, and here are the five ideas that topped the list.

1. Watching Movies

Who doesn’t like a good movie? And since this is a girls’ night, ‘chick flicks’ are a definite must (you know – the kind with laughter, tears, and of course, romance). It doesn’t have to be expensive either. Movie rental costs are very reasonable, so you can pick up several and allow your friends to choose. And, chances are, one of the girls already owns a great video that everyone ‘just has to watch’. Of course, most girls will talk about the movie (or, most likely the movie’s lead actor) for hours afterwards, making this a low stress, easy- to- plan option. So pop some popcorn, dump some chips in a bowl, kick back, and enjoy.

2. Shopping

No girls’ night guide would be complete without including a trip to the mall. Girls are the queens of shopping – and whose wardrobe doesn’t need to be updated, especially after flipping through those fashion magazines to learn the latest styles and trends. The mall is the perfect ‘girls’ night’ destination since it is complete with everything necessary to enjoy a great evening, and a variety of stores to suit everyone’s individual tastes. You can purchase that amazing pair of shoes, expand your music and movie collection, or buy your favorite niece a birthday gift. You can even stop for dinner or a snack at the food court. And the bonus? If you don’t have any money, you can simply have fun modeling all those glamorous outfits and giggling with the girls. So pack up the crew, pool the gas money, and head for a mall near you!

3. Bowling

If you want to do something entertaining and active, bowling is the perfect choice. It is one of those activities that you don’t really have to be good at to enjoy, and it also allows for a lot of socializing in a relaxed environment. Since most girls are there for the fun – and likely won’t take the scores or the competition seriously – you’ll soon find that everyone is laughing, talking, and probably acting just a little bit silly. Bowling is also quite inexpensive, so a couple of games, even with shoe rentals and snacks, still makes this an affordable girls’ night choice.

4. Make-Overs

I know what you are thinking, ‘Doesn’t that get a little old?’ Never! Make-up, hair and nail fashions change as quickly as clothing styles, and there are always new things to try. If you are feeling especially daring, you can add a few little twists and make a game of it. For example, one girl can volunteer to be the ‘model’ and bravely allow her blindfolded friends to apply her makeup. For extra fun, after the make-over is complete, dare her to walk down the street, or go to the store. Girls’ night make-overs are also a good opportunity to get that manicure, pedicure, or facial that you’ve been wanting without paying spa prices. And this is a safe, friendly environment; so be creative and experiment with new colours and styles. You just might discover a brand new you!

5. Talking

There is no way around it, it is a universal truth – girls like to talk. You can be sure that no matter what activity you choose for the evening, it will be filled with conversation, so don’t over plan. There are also several games that involve girls’ favorite past time of secret sharing and juicy details. Try a friendly game of Truth. Call out the name of one of the girls and ask her a question. She has no choice but to answer. Once she has answered, she can challenge someone else. The game continues like this for as long as you like. There are some rules, though. Remember that this is a friendly game, so be considerate and don’t ask questions that will cause embarrassment or hurt, or require derogatory comments about others. And of course, all secrets are confidential and must remain in the group. Some of the most memorable girls’ nights can simply be crawling into your pj’s and talking until you fall asleep mid-sentence. And the best part is that it won’t cost you a cent.

So, whether you are having your friends over, or going somewhere as a group, planning a girls’ night doesn’t have to be expensive or stressful. Just choose your favourite activity, and enjoy a fun evening of laughter, conversation, and good friends.

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By Artur Victoria

Human resource management involves a good leader, a healthy work environment, and a good job to produce a motivated employee. A results-oriented approach to employee relations requires management skills in identifying problems, setting priorities, and developing and evaluating alternatives as well as the ability to communicate, initiate action, implement it, measure it, control it, and change its course as necessary.

The roots of most management problems lie in the organization’s misuse of its human resources. In most cases this is not deliberate, but is a problem of inattention resulting from a lack of knowledge of how to identify the real causes of those problems.

The human resources executive is well aware that the real causes are poor human relations practices at all levels of management. Any of the problem areas may be a result or manifestation of anyone or several of the listed causes. Good managers do not treat the symptoms; they root out the underlying causes. The human resources executive assists in the process and, in large measure, provides the solutions. The end result is a permanent and lasting cure and hence reduced costs and increased productivity.

Effective human relations do not happen by chance; it is the result of careful management planning, implementation, and follow-up. Professional training is a prerequisite. Therefore, a number of professional disciplines are stressed in the following specification for the human resources executive.

Personnel Specifications for Human Resources Executive

Age – Over 30; it is highly doubtful if anyone under 30 years of age could have acquired the skills included in this personnel specification.

Education – Minimum of a bachelor degree, preferably in psychology, the behavioral sciences, communication, or business administration and to have a master degree in business administration, behavioral sciences, or psychology.

Knowledge – Modern management tools and techniques such as organization, information systems, accounting and finance; business planning; controls; personnel management tools and techniques, including job evaluation, compensation, manpower planning, union relations, training and development; understanding of motivation, utilization, and recruitment tools, techniques, and practices.

Experience – At least 15 years of progressively more responsible, successful assignments as specialist, supervisor, and manager in a manufacturing enterprise, including:

Management by objectives.

? Supervisory and manager development.

? Communication. ? Performance appraisal systems. ? Personnel and union relations. ? Recruitment (including executive search). ? Compensation and benefits. ? Policy formulation and administration. ? Behavioral sciences, applied. ? Manpower inventories. ? Workforce adjustments. ? Orientation, induction, and training. ? Preparation of position descriptions and job evaluations and establishment of performance standards. ? Personnel practices: cafeteria, safety, testing, research, fair employment, attitude surveys, workmen’s compensation, unemployment compensation, suggestion systems, security.

Demonstrated skills and abilities. These must include the following:

? Ability to identify and resolve real management problems.

? Ability to work with senior management, line and staff. ? Interviewing skills in employment, discipline and discharge, promotion, transfer, layoff, orientation, exit interviewing. ? Counseling Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely, and effectively. ? Motivation. ? Leadership, as demonstrated by the ability to build an effective team. ? Ability to identify and implement innovative approaches to the solution of employee relations problems. ? Planning, organizing, integrating, controlling, and measuring. ? Decision making, as to both quality and timing. ? Teaching. ? Priorities. ? Negotiating.

Personal characteristics – These must include the following:

Flexibility and adaptability – High energy level coupled with good health.

? Dynamic leadership ability.

? Creativity; willingness to try new approaches and take calculated risks. ? Results orientation, with a need to achieve. ? Service orientation. ? Sensitivity and concern for others. ? Ability to relate with equal effectiveness to top managers as well as hourly rated employees.

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Submitted by: Ryan Pauline

One of the primary uses of a dog crate is as an aid in housebreaking. Wire crates are popular because of their versatility. They can be folded for storage or easy transport, and they’re less obtrusive in the home than plastic dog crates.

Both puppies and adult dogs can be housebroken with the help of pet crate training. This is because dogs instinctively don’t eliminate where they sleep. Puppies can’t hold their bladders and bowels for more than three or four hours, so they shouldn’t be expected to spend longer than this in a crate.

Housebroken adults can spend six hours or so in a dog crate comfortably, but should never be crated for eight hours or longer. A dog should never be crated for the majority of the day and night, even if it’s not for longer than six hours at a time. This deprives the dog of necessary interaction and companionship with his family, and will result in psychological damage.

Most dogs come to love their pet crates. They like the privacy. They can just relax and sleep. And you have the peace of mind knowing that your dog isn’t getting into trouble or disturbing the neighbours.

At first, let your puppy or dog explore the wire crate without your closing the door. Place it in a part of the house where there’s lots of activity, such as the lounge room. It’s a good idea to feed your dog’s regular meals in the pet crate – with the door open at first, progressing to closing the door – to create a positive association in the dog’s mind. Work up to a point at which your dog is spending ten minutes, quiet and calm, in the crate after finishing a meal.

Next, get your dog used to spending time in the pet crate, with the door closed, for short periods while you are home. Guide your dog in with a treat, using a command like “Crate!” in an upbeat voice. If your dog is calm in the crate for 30 minutes or so while you are home, you can begin to crate him or her when you leave.

You should never let your dog out of the wire crate if he or she is crying, pawing at the door, or otherwise making a fuss. Wait for calm quiet; otherwise, you will be teaching your dog that making a fuss is the way to get the door to open. This often means waiting a bit after you arrive home before opening the door to the dog crate, because your dog will naturally be excitable at your return. This also sends the message that being in the crate isn’t just a home alone thing.

Even after your dog is fully housebroke n, your wire crate will continue to be valuable. You can use it in the car to keep your dog from distracting the driver, and keep her safe in the event of a collision. In the home, a wire crate can be used to confine the dog whenever you can’t watch her or to keep her out from underfoot.

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By Mike O’Brien

Considered one of the great contributions to the Art Nouveau movement, stained glass lamps have remained very popular. With a characteristic stained glass shade, Tiffany lamps became the standard for these beautiful light fixtures. Taking full advantage of the widening availability electricity, stained glass lamps are a great example of form following function.

Following the success of the original Tiffany designs, many other styles of stained glass lamps were produced. Though the term Tiffany is often used to describe stained glass lamps, there is only one Tiffany. The concept of a table lamp was not new in the late eighteen hundreds. Oil and gas table lamps had been in wide use by the time Thomas Edison and other inventors began marketing electric light bulbs.

The first Tiffany lamps appeared at the turn of the twenty century. Each lamp was made by hand and reflected the work of the individual artist. The base of the lamp was typically made of brass or bronze. It should be pointed out that several copies of a particular design were made but the lamps were never mass produced. Even though several copies of a pattern were produced, each lamp shade has a one of a kind feel imparted by the individual artist. Louis Tiffany gained experience in working with glass as a maker of stained glass windows. Working with pieces of scrap, he began to design lamp shades. He utilized standard methods of production that were used in creating stained glass windows.

Leaded stained glass is typically made from cut pieces of colored glass. A pattern would be drawn and cut then used to score and cut the individual pieces of the glass puzzle. The edges of each piece of glass would be covered in copper metal foil than soldered together. In the days of Louis Tiffany and until recently, lead based solders were used, hence the basis for the term leaded glass. Lead has been removed from most solders since lead is now considered a hazardous material. Once the soldering is completed, the joints would be cleaned and given a treatment. The treatment would involve applying a patina to the solder.

Tiffany lamps are characterized by several distinctive patterns. Some tiffany designs were based in the use of geometric shapes ranging from squares and rectangles to triangles and ovals. Tiffany also created beautiful floral patterns in a variety of shapes. Florals were often combined with some type of geometric pattern.

Cone shaped lamp shades are more difficult to produce. The pieces of glass were generally smaller than the glass used to make geometric shapes. The difficult task of creating a cone shape shade makes this class of Tiffany lamp more expensive and highly collectible. Not all of the shades produced by Tiffany featured a flat edge. The irregular patterns often came in a globe shape with edges that were irregularly shaped. The patterns were less geometric and more free flowing in design.

Regardless of which pattern it is, a genuine Tiffany lamp can fetch quite a high price. The highest price ever paid for a Tiffany lamp at auction is reported to be over eight million dollars.

For those of us who can not afford the high price of genuine Tiffany, there are some reasonable alternatives. There are lamp makers who offer reproductions of Tiffany patterns for a fraction of the cost you might expect to pay for the genuine article. There are some very high quality reproductions and original designs done in the Tiffany style by modern artists. It is common to see glass mosaic designs on some of the lamp bases.

If you fancy the idea of owning a genuine Tiffany lamp, it pays to do your homework. As with any type of collectible, there are many fakes and knockoffs of the genuine article. There are Tiffany knockoffs are very well made and will certainly fool an untrained buyer. Be certain to educate yourself about the unique qualities of genuine Tiffany before you commit to a purchase.

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